We are losing biodiversity at an unprecedented scale and rate, faster than we are able to measure the loss, let alone combat it. These are daunting challenges, which require every tool available to

We are losing biodiversity at an unprecedented scale and rate, faster than we are able to measure the loss, let alone combat it. These are daunting challenges, which require every tool available to humans. Dr. Tanya Berger-Wolf discusses how Artificial Intelligence (AI), the ultimate bio-hack, can help us slow the destruction and even reverse the damage. AI not only makes it possible to quickly scale conservation solutions, but in ways that can be remarkably personal, enabling each and every one of us to make a difference. Dr. Tanya Berger-Wolf is a Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology at the Ohio State University, where she is also the Director of the Translational Data Analytics Institute. As a computational ecologist, her research is at the unique intersection of computer science, wildlife biology, and social sciences. She creates computational solutions to address questions such as how environmental factors affect the behavior of social animals (humans included). Tanya is also a director and co-founder of the AI for conservation software non-profit Wild Me, home of the Wildbook project, which brings together computer vision, crowdsourcing, and conservation. Wildbook has been featured in media, including The New York Times, CNN, and National Geographic. Tanya thanks the co-founders of Wildbook whose StripeSpotter class project started this wild journey. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's misleadingly named Wildlife Services program kills more than a million wild animals every year, typically at the request of Big Ag. Scattering public lands with

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's misleadingly named Wildlife Services program kills more than a million wild animals every year, typically at the request of Big Ag. Scattering public lands with cruel traps and indiscriminate poisons, the program targets carnivores like coyotes, bears, beavers, otters and foxes. Even rare species like grizzlies and wolves are caught in the crosshairs. We've been working for years to shine a light on the feds' wildlife-killing and have succeeded in gaining protections for wildlife in several states. This presentation features our Carnivore Conservation Director Collette Adkins and Andrea Zaccardi, a senior attorney in our Northern Rockies office. In addition to talking about Wildlife Services, we discuss the latest news on grizzly bears and wolves, including the expected loss of wolf protections nationally and the importance of state-level wolf work if that does occur.

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In addition to the topics of technological advancement and artificial intelligence, Martin is very close to nature and interested in climate change. Nowadays, when the world's largest forests are

In addition to the topics of technological advancement and artificial intelligence, Martin is very close to nature and interested in climate change. Nowadays, when the world's largest forests are swept by fires and new climate problems are emerging, it is more than necessary to look for unconventional solutions. How can we use artificial intelligence to save the planet? You'll find out from his talk. Martin Spano is computer scientist, futurist, writer and member of an expert team for strategy of artificial intelligence development in Slovakia. His book „The Artificial Intelligence in a Nutshell“, which was also published in Slovak language has become bestseller in the USA. He’s dedicated to scientific enlightenment and his aim is to clarify many times controversial scientific discoveries to the general public in order to avoid their misinterpretation. His opinion is that advanced technology such as artificial intelligence will help solve the burning problems of humanity (global warming, poverty, cancer). This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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The boy is approached cautiously by a wolf, who explains to him the value of humility. Written by Anishinaabe Elder, Dr. David Courchene, directed by Indigenous filmmaker, Erica Daniels of Peguis

The boy is approached cautiously by a wolf, who explains to him the value of humility. Written by Anishinaabe Elder, Dr. David Courchene, directed by Indigenous filmmaker, Erica Daniels of Peguis First Nation, and created by Manitoba’s Peg City Pictures Inc., The Seven Sacred Laws is a colourful and imaginative animated web series that follows a young boy on a vision quest, where he learns valuable lessons from seven sacred animals. In partnership with The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness in Sagkeeng First Nation and IG Wealth Management, Manitoba 150 is honoured to present a series of short animated films on the Seven Sacred Laws. The Turtle Lodge Center of Excellence in Indigenous Education and Wellness is a place for reconnecting to the Earth & sharing Indigenous ancestral knowledge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws. More information on the Turtle Lodge can be found at www.turtlelodge.org

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Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General, ITU gives closing remarks at the Closing Ceremony of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023. (WRC-23) For further information please visit:

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General, ITU gives closing remarks at the Closing Ceremony of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023. (WRC-23) For further information please visit: http://www.itu.int #ituwrc #dubai #uae #UN #radiocommunication #Itu

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